1995 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A4 weights approximately 289 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A4 | 1996 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | A4 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2598 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2210 mm |
